Please scroll down for more information, and the forms necessary to become a food/craft vendor or parade member

Performance/Espactáculos

11:20 Andy Maldonado

11:30 Capoeira Demo

11:45 Lucia Arte y Pasion Flamenca

12:00 Batukealo

12:45 Mariachi by Freddie

1:00 Zumba Demo by Rebecca

1:30 – 2:30 Parade of Nations

2:30 Batukealo

3:00 Tango Demo / KATS

3:30 Mariachi by Freddie

3:40 Salsa Knox with Waldo Solano

4:30 Willie Ziavino & COT Band

5:00 Sangria Dance

5:15 Batukealo

5:35 Willie Ziavino & COT Band

Street Fiesta ~ Feria en la Calle

Dancing will be a part of the entire day's celebration, and families are
especially invited to come around the stage for final acts. Join us and dance to fun, live music. Come to
learn, practice or show off your salsa moves! It's a guaranteed fun time
for the whole family!

Food is one of the very much acclaimed aspects of the HoLa
Festival. Our food vendors show the culinary diversity in our
countries, with special attention to authenticity of their dishes.
Whether you are satisfying a craving (antojo) or
trying something for the very first time, this section offers you a
unique opportunity to pick from a wide variety of delicacies: empanadas, tamales, arroz con pollo, pinchos
and so much more! Sample authentic food from Honduras, Argentina,
Colombia, Bolivia and Mexico. Where else could you try food from so many
different countries?

NEWYou will only find country food booths by individuals and restaurants that are HoLa Members. Theirs and other business members' contact information can be found in the Information Guide.

If you are interested in being a Latino food vendor at the 2012 Hola
Festival, please fill out the appropriate section of the downloadable
form below.

Each year the HoLa Festival features Heritage Exhibits of countries
in Latin America, Spain, and the Caribbean. These exhibits give
festival attendees a chance to learn about the uniqueness of each
country and its people. Exhibits include information about geography,
culture, history, flora and fauna, food, music, and other unique
elements of each country’s heritage. To make it a more interactive, fun
and educational activity, buy a passport and “travel” through this
section collecting flag stickers from each country! Later everyone will have a chance to dance to salsa, cumbia, merengue music, and more!

HoLa Country Ambassadors are
people who have a special pride, love and interest in preserving
traditions and sharing the beauty and bounty of their (native or
adopted) country with the community at large. They know a lot of people
or want to meet others from their country. They will help coordinate
their countries participation in the the Parade of Nations and Countries
Exhibits.

Our signature event is a visual treat that highlights the varied and
colorful costumes of Spain and Latin America, as well as some of the
Caribbean Islands. Our families and friends proudly participate by
wearing the national costumes of their countries of origin. The Parade
of Nations helps highlight our similarities, as well as the regional
diversity, even in a given country. Some of the countries represented
are: Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Belize, Costa Rica, El
Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Argentina, Bolivia,
Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela,
Mexico and Spain.

Our goal is to have every country represented!

If you have a costume… join in the Parade!

If you don’t have a costume… let’s try to make one!

If you are traveling back to your country of origin, bring one back!

If you have a costume that your children have outgrown… let us borrow it!

If you want to get involved… volunteer!

For further information, please download the guidelines and form below.

For a nominal fee, children of all ages can pick up a "Passport" or a
"Traveling Guide” that will help them tour through the Exhibits of Latin
America, Spain and the Caribbean. At each table, they will have an
opportunity to learn about the uniqueness of each country, practice
Spanish, and collect flag stickers for their passports. This activity
will take place from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.

PENNY FOR THE ARTS ACTIVITY ; FOR EACH PAYING ADULT, A KNOX COUNTY CHILD WILL GET FREE Passport or Activity Map

In the Children’s section you can buy a wrist band for unlimited
access to many activities: Home Depot building station, crafts, bouncy
inflatable games, face painting, Loteria, balloon animals, and more. A
nominal fee may be charged for some other children's activities.

You can also purchase your very own passport for a nominal fee. You
will be able to “travel” through Latin America, Spain and the
Caribbean, and collect flag stickers for your passport! A fun way for the whole family to celebrate!

The Community Fair section offers an important and unique
opportunity for non-profit organizations and agencies to share valuable,
and in some instances, life saving information with festival attendees.
Pick up valuable information about health, educational and social
services in our community that will be of benefit to you and your
family.

Due to the reduced space at the festival, only HoLa member Agencies will be able to participate at the Festival. In keeping with the festival theme, priority will be given to agencies offering an interactive activity with the public. Other agencies serving the Hispanic community may have an entry in the Information Guide. Please complete the form below to apply for space.

The HoLa Festival offers a unique opportunity to reach the Hispanic
community. If you are interested in participating in the Community Fair
Section, please download the form below for guidelines and application
form. HoLa is not affiliated with any political party or religious
organization and can not accept requests for tables intended for
political or proselytization purposes.